Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist)

Do you want to support the ecological and economic well-being of the largest estuary on the West Coast? The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy (Conservancy) is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) to join our team. This position provides an exciting opportunity to lead and manage complex ecosystem restoration and climate adaptation projects, collaborate with a diverse group of stakeholders, federal, state, and local agencies, non-governmental organizations, and Native American Tribes.

The Conservancy is a small California State agency that works across departments and disciplines to protect, enhance, and restore the Delta's economy, agriculture and working landscapes, and environment.

In this position you will:

• Manage complex projects that advance ecosystem restoration and climate adaptation in the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta
• Lead special initiatives that support and advance the Conservancy’s mission and strategic plan
• Research and brief the Conservancy’s Executive Management, Board, Native American Tribes, and stakeholders on the emerging issues or other ecosystems, restoration or climate adaptation topics.

Please see the Duty Statement in the CalCareers application link for additional details

Desired Qualifications: The listed desired qualifications are not mandatory. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the desired qualifications.

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate.

• Experience conducing environmental management, ecosystem, nature-based solutions, restoration studies, monitoring, or project management. Preference for experience in the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta
• Experience writing technical reports or other scientific publications
• Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate and present scientific and technical topics to others with varying degrees of scientific knowledge.
• Experience working with varied stakeholder groups, members of the public, disadvantaged communities, or Native American Tribes
• CEQA experience and familiarity with federal and state environmental permitting requirements
• Experience with GIS tools (Google Earth and ArcMap)
• Experience developing criteria, procedures, guidelines, reference materials, planning and regulatory documents, or other innovative solutions for environmental management problems

Generous paid time off.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance for the entire family.

• Excellent pension plan.

• Optional 401(k)/457(b) and pre-tax medical and dependent care reimbursement programs.

• Telework and alternate schedule options.

• Bicycle commuter incentive program and public transit subsidy.

• Free parking.

• Positive team environment.

Further information on the benefits of working for the State of California: https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx

Minimum Requirements

Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) position can be found here: https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=0765

Special Requirements

All job applicants must provide their employment history on the application form (State Application STD 678), otherwise the application may be considered incomplete. A resume does not replace the information that is required on the application form.

1. Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.
2. Must possess the Minimum Qualifications for a Senior Environmental Scientist Specialist which will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. (see https://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/Pages/0762.aspx ).
3. Must have Senior Environmental Scientist Specialist list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list.

Provide your unofficial transcripts/diploma if needed for verification at the time of application. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Required Documents

The following items must be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items with their application may not be considered for this job.

• State Application STD 678
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Supplemental Questions (SQ) - A written response to the Supplemental Questions below is required. Limit your response to two single-sided, typed (12-point font) pages with normal margins. Include your name at the top of the page. You do not need to retype the question in your response.
• Other: Unofficial Transcripts or Diploma if needed to establish eligibility

Supplemental Questions (maximum 2 pages)

Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not take the place of the supplemental question, or any information required on the Employment Application form.

1. Briefly describe your relevant experience for each of the desirable qualifications.
2. Briefly describe your perspective on the role of a Senior Environmental Scientist in public service and your interest in the Delta Conservancy's mission.